I'm a creative professional with years of experience in event programming, performing arts, sound engineering, and virtual administrative support. I'm a collaborative problem-solver who enjoys helping live events run smoothly, whether on-site or remotely, by coordinating cross-functional teams and delivering reliable support.…

Rudy Gandara

I'm a creative professional with years of experience in event programming, performing arts, sound engineering, and virtual administrative support. I'm a collaborative problem-solver who enjoys helping live events run smoothly, whether on-site or remotely, by coordinating cross-functional teams and delivering reliable support.…

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I’m a creative professional with years of experience in event programming, performing arts, sound engineering, and virtual administrative support.

I’m a collaborative problem-solver who enjoys helping live events run smoothly, whether on-site or remotely, by coordinating cross-functional teams and delivering reliable support.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Box Office Ticket Agent at San Diego Theatres
May 1, 2025 - Present
Provided customer service to theatre patrons. Assisted patrons at live performances and via telephone support.
Event Programmer at Ticketmaster (Remote)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Programs live events by operating Salesforce, EMT, TM1, & TM Host. Provides direct support to regionally assigned venues. Performs quality assurance processes on various programs and events. Collaborates across disciplines to provide support to clients.
Event Programmer at San Diego Theatres
November 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Programmed live events by operating TM1, TM Host, and Archtics. Distributed financial audit reports to event promoters. Coordinated with sales teams during event pre-sale/on-sales. Organized database detailing events information and finances.
Production Assistant at San Diego Youth Symphony
September 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021
Assisted with set up and tear down of events and rehearsals. Provided technical support to teaching artists and musicians.
Event Programmer at San Diego Theatres
May 1, 2019 - August 1, 2020
Programmed live events by operating TM1, TM Host, and Archtics. Distributed financial audit reports to event promoters. Coordinated with sales teams during event pre-sale/on-sales. Organized database detailing events information and finances.
Box Office Ticket Agent at House of Blues San Diego (Live Nation)
February 1, 2018 - April 1, 2019
Operated Ticketmaster Host to assist with ticket purchases. Provided information to guests concerning live events and artists.
Box Office Ticket Agent at San Diego Theatres
May 1, 2016 - April 1, 2019
Provided customer service to theatre patrons. Assisted patrons at live performances and via telephone support.
Dramaturg at Moxie Theatre
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Volunteer Dramaturg.
Core Leader - Script Reader at Amigos Dep Rep
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019
Core leader - Script Reader.
Administrative Intern at Topshelf Records
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Administrative intern.
Dramaturgy Intern at San Diego Repertory Theatre
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Dramaturgy intern.
Music Marketing Volunteer at Alternative Press Magazine
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Music marketing volunteer.
Music Marketing Volunteer at Warped Tour
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
Music marketing volunteer.

Education

Bachelor of Science in TV, Film, & New Media Critical Studies; Minor in Theatre Studies at San Diego State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Certificate of Achievement in Recording Arts & Technology at Southwestern College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026

Qualifications

Certificate of Achievement in Recording Arts & Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education

Skills

Experience Level